By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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French, feminine variation of Philippe
"lover of horses"
Philippine might be taken as an ethnic identification rather than a name in the U.S. Philippa would be more easily understood, though if you don't mind eternally correcting people, Philippine can…
Philomène is a feminine French name derived from Greek origins, meaning 'lover of strength' or 'loved one.' It combines 'philos' (loving) with 'menos' (strength, courage). This elegant name carries a…
Spelling variation of Phyllis, Greek
"green bough"
The Phillis spelling of this once-popular name lives on thanks to Phillis Wheatley, the first African-American to publish a book of poetry, in the 18th century.
Philis is a feminine name that represents a variation of Phyllis, which has Greek origins meaning 'green branch' or 'foliage'. This uncommon spelling gives the classic name a distinctive quality…
French surname
"sparrow"
Possible musical tribute name to the waiflike, husky-voiced midcentury French singer who was given this last name because of her birdlike quality.
French, feminine diminutive of Peter
Balletic, à la pirouette.
Péronelle is a medieval French feminine name that originated as a variant of Petronilla, which itself derives from the Latin name Petronius, meaning 'of rock' or 'rocky.' It was particularly popular…
Perrette is a feminine French name that originated as a diminutive form of Pierre, the French version of Peter, which comes from the Greek "Petros" meaning "rock" or "stone." This charming medieval…
Placidie is a rare feminine name with French and Latin origins. It derives from the Latin name 'Placidius' (masculine form) or 'Placidia' (feminine form), stemming from the Latin word 'placidus'…
French
"apple"
Une amie for Gwyneth's little girl.
"marjoram"
A French botanical word name, Marjolaine translates to "marjoram". A minty herb that can be used in cooking, it has also been considered medicinal and was used as an antiseptic by the Greek…
Porcie is a rare feminine name likely derived as a variant or diminutive of Portia. Portia originates from the Latin 'Porcius,' a Roman family name possibly meaning 'pig' or 'swineherd,' though its…
